1985 BMW 324 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 324 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |