1995 BMW CLS vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 27 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 BMW CLS. (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW CLS.
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 (635 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
