2007 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 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 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |