1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 594 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1602 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
