1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 22 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 800 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.
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 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Subaru Legacy | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2968 mm |