1984 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
