1992 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
