1987 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
