2007 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |