2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |