1990 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 176 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 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 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback 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 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 518 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 Weight | 1360 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
