1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1978 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2500 mm |
