2009 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |