1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 40 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 53 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 123 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |