2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 250 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 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |