2009 BMW 323 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 323.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
