1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 662 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
