2007 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2003 Subaru B has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
