2000 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |