1998 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
