2000 BMW X5 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
