1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 645 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
