1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 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 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 535 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
