1988 BMW 730 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1988 BMW 730 and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (880 HP) has 695 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 880 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
