2005 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
