1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 39 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 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 125 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |