1986 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2004 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
