1994 BMW 854 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 854. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 854. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 854 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |