1984 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 21 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1984 BMW M6 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |