1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpina B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2616 mm |
