1992 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 62 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 520 | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |