1996 BMW 725 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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. 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 725 (280 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 725 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
