1994 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
