2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 4 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 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
