2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |