2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 238 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
