1988 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |