1987 BMW 750 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 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 109 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 750 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
