1954 BMW 502 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 502 | Leone |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |