2006 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
