2004 BMW 118 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
