2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
