1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |