2004 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |