1981 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
