1993 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, both 1993 BMW M3 and 1993 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 BMW M3 | 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corsica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |