2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
