2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
