2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
