1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Subaru | Alpina |
Model | Legacy | B7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1494 mm |