2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B7. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2006 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |