1956 BMW 502 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 502 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
