1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 325 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 351 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
