2009 BMW 118 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 118 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1930 mm |
