2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 335 | Rex |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1930 mm |