1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
