2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
