1996 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 540 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |