1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1999 BMW Z8 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z8 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |