1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 BMW 530 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 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |