1998 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1972 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 318 | R-2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1930 mm |