1996 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 730 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 190 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |