1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 20 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), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 839 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.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
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1993 Subaru Impreza | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |