1983 BMW 725 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 725 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 725 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |