1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 14 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 328 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |