2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B5 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 2008 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B5 | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |