2008 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
