1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1605 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane. 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 922 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Leone | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Subaru | Bentley |
| Model | Leone | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3266 mm |
