2009 BMW 550 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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.
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 (949 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 949 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 351 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |