2009 BMW 125 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 125 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
