1995 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1995 BMW 330 and 1995 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 330 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model 330 Legacy
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm


 

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