2009 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |