2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |