1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
