1962 BMW 700 vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Leone weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |
