2009 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Justy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |