2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 BMW 760

To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 760. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2010 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2010 BMW 760
Make Subaru BMW
Model Legacy 760
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 535 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 745 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 82 L


 

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