1996 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 528 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |