1986 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 735 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
