1981 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 4 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 745 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
