1996 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 68 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 332 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |