1989 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 750 | Outback |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |