1985 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |