2008 BMW 550 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4638 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
