1984 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |