1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
