2006 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
