1980 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 144 kg more than 1980 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |