1975 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 135 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2659 mm |
