1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 318 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
