2007 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
