1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2006 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | SVX | 645 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
