1996 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
