2011 BMW 125 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 125 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 125 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
