1990 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 518 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
