1996 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 9 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |