2004 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 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 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
