1990 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
