2009 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5733 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
