1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
