1996 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 520 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
