1984 BMW 725 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 725 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
