1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 520 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
