1992 BMW 850 vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 850 | Leone |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |