2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |