2008 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 540 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 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2008 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
