1998 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
