1987 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 406 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
