1995 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 528 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2615 mm |
