2008 BMW M6 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |