1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 20 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 650 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |