2006 BMW 730 vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1980 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1930 mm |
