2000 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |