2006 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1930 mm |
