2008 BMW 550 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5732 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
