2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe. 1980 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B 10 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
