1996 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 332 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |