2008 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
