1990 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |