2003 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 27 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 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 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
