2006 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |