2001 BMW M vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (277 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
