2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 789 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |