2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 320. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 406 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |