1998 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 398 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
