1995 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
