1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 5 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 734 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.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 3.3 | Leone |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |