2003 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Rex |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1930 mm |