2009 BMW 125 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 376 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 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 125 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
