1995 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
