1999 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1999 BMW M5 and 1999 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |