2011 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 740 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2470 mm |
