1975 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
