1995 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |