2008 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
