2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2211 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
