2003 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 212 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |