1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |