2000 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2000 BMW 316 and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 BMW 316.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 476 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |