2004 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
