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Description: So Auto Express took them to the track to see which one's fastest. Ignore the clerical error at AE that labeled the BMW as the 1 Series M Coupe and identified its transmission as a DSG instead of...
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Take a closer look at the test Subaru. it is not an STI. Just a WRX. Also, that BMW just posted an 8:05 lap at the Nurburgring which is 10 seconds slower than the STI.
Bmws always have electrical problems. I like the look of the sti. And the symmetrical awd system is one of the best.
I would take the STI any day over any BMW just because their A LOT more realizable and they dont cost a few grand to mantian, the subarus will be lastin over 200k millage and still be running strong with basic maintenese and even with mods
Someone tell this guy that there is a difference, a very large difference between four wheel drive and all wheel drive.
@Yamaha, I have had a BMW 330xi (AWD version) and an STi. Hate to tell you, but your wrong about both cars, especially the Subaru. I built the motor and put a large turbo on, with 25 lbs of boost, and the thing never broke, even after 100k miles. Subies are rock solid reliable even after modding and high miles.
Yeah hate this guy man!last time he previewed the bmw m6 cabrio(grantourer) against mercedes SL(roadster) plus the SL uses the carbon ceramic but the m6 is just standard brakes.the m6 is supposed to compete with the e class cabrio(grantourer)
Down other wise they are very reliable cars. The best and reliable cars are Toyota, Nissan and Honda. Btw read my other comment.
BMW are not reliable cars. Bimmers have a knocking sound after 70k miles most of them when it reaches a 100k miles you can hear the more sound. Subaru are good car but you can't mess with them if you start messing up with subaru they start breaking
I've driven (not owned) every model STI since 1999 - the 5 door hatch was the most disappointing imo. The latest sedan drives nicely but still lacks the thrill of some of the earlier models...having said that I bought the M135i 2 months ago; as far as pure driving pleasure and excitement goes, the new STI can't touch it. This is my opinion of course, and ill agree that I've always loved the mad st...
After test driving the EVO and STi I went with the STi. I mean you really need to drive it before you judge....the interior was waaay better, boxer engine with a unique sound. Overall its a better car. Just my opinion though.
I never said theSTi was pretty, it reminds me of a bulldog, ugly but endearing! Lets face it, I wouldn't bye either one for their looks!
European, SOME (not all) American cars, and Mitsubishi tend to be unreliable. Mainly talking about over 100k miles and based on experiences mine and of my family.
Actually Mitsubishi have been getting worse. Many mechanics say they're in the shop a lot, expensive to repair. While subies are very reliable. I prefer STi over most cars in the market under 50k. But that's only My opinion
The BMW looks unnatural in hatch form, STi for me. Those little things are quick, even just the WRX.
I looked at a new Evo x & I could have gotten it for less than the STi but I just liked the Subie much more! If Mitsubishi would just hire some Italians for the body work it might be a descent looking vehicle! The styling sucks & the interior cheap!
U cant go by wat these ppl say anyways Dosnt matter where u come from, ppl r always favorable ober one car over another, had to get good true facts unless u do it urself, even then, can u be honest with urself lol
I would still take the STI over the BMW. One thing is the BMW is extremely ugly IMO. There is just no flow in that car at all. And the STI would be better for all seasons also.
M135 but like I said this guy was a bad driver too so not sure how much that means to ya
So who won? I can't view this in the states! I'm waiting on delivery on my 2013 STi hatch...
I just watched in the us not really worth it sound quality is horrible and this dude can't drive shame it was a good comparison too
STi all day! Plus you car tune them up to 380hp for just $1k (Catted down pipe, and COBB accesport)
Ya this video is total bs the wrx sti is faster around the nurburgring it is the fastest track car of the two I'm accounting this video result to driver prefrance
If the M135I is being this fast, how immensely fast is going to be the 1M? This car is killing all the hot hatches!
Thank god BMW are face lifting the f20.. This will for sure be my next car
I actually like it. It looks...different. Now just bring it stateside with xdrive as an option, and price it around 40k and NOT a limited run like the 1M (so you could actually buy one without insane markups), and it could sell well.
U want a fast fun and reliable car that will last u forever, get a Subaru, but if u just want a fast car that u can easily make faster u get an evo
David a evo handles better then the sti on tarmac, evo has a sophisticated suspension /awd system, not to different fro the gtr, today its just witch u prefer really, there both so close to each other in performance.. and I'm a huge Subaru fan, evo vs still is no different then camsro vs mustang, corvette vs viper type fueds, its personal preference and what u want
@Adam "how cares a stock STi" I don't understand. Do you mean "who cares about a stock STi"?
Plus displacement does matter, just as much as motor style. EVO is a great car, I just prefer STi a bit more, I'm simply not overly biased. I'd choose EVO over most cars, except the STi and FR-S
I never said it was faster, beside the fact that it has faster 0-30, and faster 0-100. Plus when u comes to tuning, they're both equally limitless. Boxer engines are better than inline 4 because they are flatter giving it a lower center of gravity.
Why u gotta be an asshole about it, I asked a simple question, it does kinda look like a 04-05 on my phone unless I really zoom in
I like how your hating on Subaru's but your picture sure does look like and 04-05 wrx
*making the EVO more prone to breaking down. But that is unreliable source. http://m.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedan/112_0512_rally_cars/specs_price.html P.S.... STi is better!
@Adam plus the STi had the 2.5l boxer engine, while the EVO had a 2.0 inline 4. The STi has a better sound due to the bigger engine. I have also heard that the EVO's smaller engine has more pressure put on by the turbo compared to the STi, mak
Actually Adam. The '06 STi produced 300hp, while the '06 evo IX MR only had 286hp. In torque, evo had 289, while STi had 300.
Yer like been said he's being scene and hating on the evils biggest rival just personnel preference on what's better tbh
This looks great but the 5 door just looks fantastic. They really did a great job on it.
I used to own an '06 sti and prefer its styling to the new ones. I really miss that car. It was a true drivers car, very quick, just a bit too rough riding to be a family car tho.
Not a pretty car though. Although you're right, a good steer is what most think of it.
the posibilities of tht 3.0 turbo on that small car. just thnking about sofware update, kw cooil, exhaust systems, bigger turbo, new oil line. better intercooler, brake kit, ect....
STi has 305hp, 290tq
I think the tq for the STI is 305
just wait for the 2 series
They have made a sedan for 3 years. The hp and tq numbers are wrong for the sti though
They make a STI sedan again. FWI
Erm 3 door and 5 door or does the Subaru not have a boot/trunk