2008 BMW 523 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 523 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
