1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 118 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
