1984 BMW 725 vs. 1984 Subaru Justy

To start off, both 1984 BMW 725 and 1984 Subaru Justy were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Justy.

Because 1984 BMW 725 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 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Justy, 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Justy.

Compare all specifications:

1984 BMW 725 1984 Subaru Justy
Make BMW Subaru
Model 725 Justy
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2290 mm


 

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