1987 BMW 324 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 324 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
