2005 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
