1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 231 kg more than 1972 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |