2007 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 277 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |