1987 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maybach 57 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 2011 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 901 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Subaru | Maybach |
| Model | Leone | 57 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3391 mm |
