2009 BMW 118 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 118 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |