1985 BMW 324 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 324 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
