1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2009 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 318 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 380 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
