1998 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 132 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
