1982 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 323 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 (385 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1982 BMW 323. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 323 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
