1973 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 515 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 8201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
