1983 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 339 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
