1985 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Subaru | Bentley |
| Model | Leone | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3066 mm |
