1992 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
