1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |