2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Legacy 2013 BMW 3 Series
Make Subaru BMW
Model Legacy 3 Series
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1683 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4636 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2031 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1434 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 60 L