2006 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5354 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
