1984 BMW 628 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 66 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 628 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
