2009 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 BMW M6 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |