1986 Subaru XT vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | XT | 535 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
