1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 233 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |