1985 BMW 324 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 324 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1750 kg |
| 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 Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
