1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Pickster | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |