1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 12 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| 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 | 424 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
