1994 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
