2009 BMW 650 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |