2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |