1956 BMW 507 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 321 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 507 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |