1992 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
