1983 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
