1993 BMW 840 vs. 1987 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1987 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1987 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 840 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
