1995 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 520 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
