2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 439 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (340 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 320 Corvette
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 8201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 161 HP 600 HP
Torque 340 Nm 815 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 68 L


 

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