2009 BMW 128 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 128 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
