1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 468 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2004 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
