1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 77 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
