1996 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 525 (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
