2008 Audi S6 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 29 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
