1995 BMW 317 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 317 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
