2001 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
