2007 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 740 (391 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
