1992 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
