1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |