1983 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
