1986 BMW 735 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 43 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 735 | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
