1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 535 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
