1985 BMW 324 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 28 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 324 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |