2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 455 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
