1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru SVX | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | SVX | 740 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |