2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina Roadster would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
