2008 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 328 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |