2005 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 535 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 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 535 | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |