2006 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
