2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |