1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 19 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 436 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |