2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 535 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |