2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
