1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1602 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
