1986 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 325. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
