1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | M3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
