1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2934 mm |
