1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
