1996 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Justy. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1989 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Justy. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1989 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 520 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
