2009 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 259 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 | 1668 kg | 1548 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 |