1999 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2624 mm |
