2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |