1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dinan (403 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW Dinan 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model Dinan Legacy
Year Released 1995 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 326 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 349 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1577 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2751 mm


 

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