1986 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 735 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2615 mm |
