2009 BMW 750 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |