1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 330 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |