1994 BMW 740 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1977 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
