2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
