1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 12 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 638 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
