1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |