1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 330 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
