2006 BMW 730 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 152 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
