2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
