1992 BMW 538 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 538 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |