1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | X5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
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 | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |