1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 380 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
