1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 20 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 600 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 1999 BMW Z8. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
