2009 BMW 635 vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 635 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
