1989 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
