2008 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 120 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |