1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 270 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 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
