If all you had to do was drive in a straight line, than BMW. But since most of us have to turn at some point in time, it looks like it\'s the Subaru.
Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2.5 vs BMW 335i Coupe
| Category | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.5 l B4 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 280 / 276 | 306 / 302 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 392 / 289 | 400 / 295 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1465 / 3230 | 1600 / 3527 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 191 / 189 | 191 / 189 |
| Average price | €35,000 | €47,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Balocco | 3:02.30 | 3:02.49 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:16.10 | 1:17.80 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 80 kph | 3.6 s | 4.0 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.3 s | 5.0 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 7.5 s | 7.5 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 10.1 s | 9.5 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 13.1 s | 11.9 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 21.9 s | 18.7 s |
| 1000 m | 24.5 s | 24.5 s @ 218.0 kph |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.8 s | 12.2 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.6 s @ 88.9 mph | 9.6 s @ 89.5 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.1 s | 13.5 s |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 5.2 s | 3.9 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 8.6 s | 6.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 5.1 s | 5.9 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 12.5 s | 7.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 140 kph | 4.8 s | 4.5 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 16.5 s | 14.7 s |
General performance
| Category | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 255 kph (158 mph) | 251 kph (156 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.57 g (6 m/s²) | 0.57 g (6 m/s²) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 36 m (119 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Impreza WRX STI 2.5 | BMW 335i Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 100 | 97 |
| Straight line speed | 90 | 100 |
| Overall | 98 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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Chris 16y ago
jeremyclarkson1 3y ago @Boogerblaster
Yes it handles really well, the 4 and 3 series coupes, especially compared to its competitors
JustAnotherCarGuy 3y ago
335i- daily driver
WRX STi- track car
no wonder the track car performs better than a daily on the track
wallenieswiftie 3y ago @JustAnotherCarGuy
only by a few seconds? even then the WRX STI is some 200 lbs lighter??
Bill 16y ago
all the speed numbers say the bmw is faster the answer is 100% wrong
Boogerblaster 3y ago @Boogerblaster
Anyway , as much as I love my BMW I'm selling it and getting a WRX STI . This decision is purely financial. I'm ( because of the supply demands ) able to get within $1000 what I paid for it, and I've had it for 4 years. I've wanted a WRX STI for quite a while, and now is the perfect time. I'm REALLY going to miss that car.
FastestLaps 3y ago @Boogerblaster
As long as its not rusty, the WRX STI will IMO be better store of value and better appreciator than 335.
