2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B7 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
