2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 205 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Corvette | B3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |