2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |