2007 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
