1998 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1465 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |