1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 940 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 106 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |