2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 423 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (759 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
