1998 BMW 845 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 845. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 845 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 845 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
