1990 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |