2008 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 906 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |