1995 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
