2007 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
