2008 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
