2009 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |