2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 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 411 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325.

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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 325 Corvette
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2493 cc 8201 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 189 HP 600 HP
Torque 245 Nm 815 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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