1949 BMW 340 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 273 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 340 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
