2008 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 323 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
