2011 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 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 M3. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW M3 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
