1992 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 740 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make BMW Subaru
Model 740 Impreza
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 282 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L