1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
