1989 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |