2009 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 535 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
