1996 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 117 kg more than 1996 BMW 735. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 735 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2745 mm |