2007 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
