1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Pickster (345 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Pickster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
