1987 BMW 324 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 324 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |