1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 640 (630 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1976 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 640 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
