2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
