1959 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 262 kg more than 1959 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 507 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |