1996 BMW 535 vs. 1995 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 912 kg more than 1995 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 535 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 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1995 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 535 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
