2007 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 13 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
