1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Corvair | B7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2368 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
