2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 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 87 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 230 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |