1994 BMW M5 vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Rex |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1930 mm |