2009 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 525 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 525 Corvette
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 5354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 175 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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