2008 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
