2008 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
