1981 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 84 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 745 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2615 mm |
