2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1965 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |