1994 BMW 854 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 854 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |