1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
