2002 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
