1991 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
