1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Top Speed | 351 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
