1958 BMW 600 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 860 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2500 mm |
