2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
