1987 BMW 750 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1986 Subaru 1.8 has manual transmission. 1986 Subaru 1.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 750 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
