2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 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 239 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
