2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |