1986 BMW M6 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |