1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2497 mm |
