1971 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Corvette |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |