1981 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 BMW 528.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 528 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
