2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 431 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |