2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 452 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Alpina | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |