2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. 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 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
