2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 316 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
