1990 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 57 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 272 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |