2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
