2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2001 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 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 | 1740 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |