2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 328 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |