1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 535 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
