1995 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
