2007 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 530 (300 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2999 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 |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
