1991 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |