1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
