1983 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, both 1983 BMW 325 and 1983 Subaru Coupe were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 325 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 1983 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 1983 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 BMW 325 | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |