1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | Z4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |