1985 Subaru 1.8 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru 1.8 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | 1.8 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
