1989 Subaru XT vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | XT | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
