1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 43 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |