2008 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1971 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| 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 | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1529 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 | 68 L |
