2003 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
