1987 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 604 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 318 | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
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 | 966 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |