1986 BMW 628 vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 628 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
