2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 328 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |