2004 BMW 535 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 535 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |