2002 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 332 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |