2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |