1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Alpina D3. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Corvette | D3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
