1986 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
