1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR-15 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
