2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |