2008 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
