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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 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 76 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1995 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
