1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 550 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3066 mm |
