1992 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 540 | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
