1987 BMW 324 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 kg more than 1987 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 324 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
