2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
