1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 632 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1602 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1602 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1602 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
