What car is better? 2004 – 2005 Subaru WRX STI, Or 2000 – 2004 BMW e46 M3?
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im debating what car to buy and am stuck between these two. What one would be the better choice? Please list all pros and cons, thank you!
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bmw is perhaps better looking but for performance / handling the subaru is by far the better car……..motor trend test of the sti in 04
Motor Trend
October 2004
0-30 1.2
0-40 2.2
0-60 4.7
0-100 10.8
1/4 mile 13.2 at 100.1mph
Braking 100-0 315ft
which is basically where the m3 fits with various reviews placing it between 4.6 and 4.9 sec., but the bmw is slower in the 1/4
in terms of handling – sti and its all wheel drive system is almost untouchable.
lastly, just like the evo the subaru engine is exceptionally strong and dependable-that means it can be upgraded for more power plus its cheaper and easier to maintain.
bmw’s are generally good cars, but dependability ratings are really only fair and costs of service and repairs is right at the top of the scale.
subaru strength and dependability are unquestionable and i guarantee you a bmw can never be modified to get to this…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0s_s8bylne0
Of course a Subaru WRX STI!
- 286 hp 4 cylinder turbocharged engine (couldnt get better)
- AWD (amazing off road)
- Its sexier than a BMW.
- Very reliable unlike the BMW.
- Cheaper on insurance than the BMW.
- Friggin king of rally racing.
- Hah BMW’s just suck.
Definitely the BMW.
BMW M3 is way faster than the suburu.
The BMW is better in every way. The only bad thing is it will cost more. Whoever says suburu only says it because they have one. The m3 is one of BMW’s nicest cars.
subaru if you would like to save money, BMW’s are very expensive.
i would say the bimmer if money wasnt an object.
You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here – carinsurance.deep-ice.com
I would suggest the STi for it’s better overall reliability and cost. But the person who said the M3 is much faster than the STi is wrong, the e46 goes from 0-60mph in around 4.8 seconds, the STi does it in around 5.0 seconds, a little slower but not by much.
The STi has AWD wich offers great handling in any condition, but some true enthusiasts insist on RWD which the M3 has.