2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
