1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
