1994 BMW 854 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 854 | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2616 mm |