1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 1502 | Leone |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |