2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |