1999 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. 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 159 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
