2004 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
