2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 6 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | Z3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |