2009 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |