1996 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
