1973 BMW Touring vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |