2009 BMW 328 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 328 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |