1964 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 985 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 |
