1977 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Subaru Leone | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Leone | X5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2933 mm |