1999 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW X5 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |