1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1990 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. (332 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 640 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2855 mm |
