1996 BMW 523 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 523 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |