2006 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
