2012 BMW 328 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
