1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 730 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2940 mm |
