1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
