1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
