2008 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 906 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |