2008 BMW 120 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
