2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 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 243 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
