1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 528 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
