1975 BMW 316 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 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 141 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 368 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
