1987 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 195 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z1 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 398 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
