1987 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
