2009 BMW 135 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 135 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |