2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
