1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru SVX | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | SVX | 330 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |