1998 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 26 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 585 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 1998 BMW 316 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 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
