1963 BMW 502 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 502 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
