1998 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 15 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
