2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1979 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 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |