1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 19 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 335 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
