1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 330.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 330 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |