1994 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M5 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
