1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 1600 | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |