2008 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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2008 BMW 645 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |