1960 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
