2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
