1990 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Corvair |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |