2001 BMW Compact vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Compact 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 2001 BMW Compact. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Compact | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
