1984 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 29 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |