1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |