1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
