1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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 130 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |