2001 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |
