2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |