1980 BMW 628 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 64 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 628 | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |