2008 BMW 550 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
