1993 BMW 840 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 840 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
