1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 67 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
