1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 850 (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 850 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |