1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Turbo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
