1990 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 520 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2745 mm |
