2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 732 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Convertible | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
