1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 523 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
