2004 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 745 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
