1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 17 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 565 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.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | SVX | X6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
