2009 BMW 545 vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 545 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
