1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B3 and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (671 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 455 Nm | 671 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |