1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 2009 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Corvette | B3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |