2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5666 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
