2007 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 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 105 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |