2008 BMW X3 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |