2003 BMW 530 vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
