1992 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
