1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 236 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Corvette |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |