1991 Subaru Justy vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Justy. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Justy | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Justy | 525 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
