1987 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 296 kg more than 1987 BMW 320. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |