1986 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
