2009 BMW 335 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
