2005 BMW 545 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 545 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
