1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | X6 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |