2002 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 304 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
