1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |