1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
