1992 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 20 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 766 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 1992 BMW 530 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 1992 BMW 530. 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
