2008 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |