1981 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 528 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
