1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 139 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 335 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |