2009 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 401 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1930 mm |
