1986 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 730 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1600 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |