2009 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 550 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1088 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
