1984 BMW 628 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 628 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
