2008 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
Because 2003 Subaru B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru B. (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 745 | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
