1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 18 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, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 70 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | SVX | X1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
