1972 BMW Touring vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |