2009 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
