1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 116 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |