1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1979 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Leone | 535 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2969 mm |
