1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
