1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Espada 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 1968 Lamborghini Espada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
Model | Espada | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |