2008 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |