2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
