2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
