1971 BMW 3 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. 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 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
