2007 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |