2000 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |