1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
