1981 BMW 745 vs. 1995 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Justy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1995 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 745 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
