2009 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Rex |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1930 mm |