2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
