1986 BMW 628 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
