2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
