1995 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
