2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | 760 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
