1988 BMW 524 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 300 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 524 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |