1998 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 730 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |