1986 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW M6 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 1986 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
