1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 172 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
