2007 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
