1998 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
