1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 118 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |