1990 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
