1995 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 528 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |