1977 BMW 528 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 104 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 528 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
