2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
