1988 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 316 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 316 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |