1986 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1986 BMW M3 and 1986 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 108 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
Because 1986 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | XT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |