1991 BMW M12 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M12 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
