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BMW 318is vs Chevrolet Corvette

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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1997 BMW 318is

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2027 Chevrolet Corvette

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Overview

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Selected trim318isStingray
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed manual8-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
MSRP$0 (best)$71,000
Lowest listing price—$10,000 (best)
Median listing price—$74,785 (best)
Highest listing price—$140,290 (best)
For sale now032 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)—
City MPG20 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank16.4 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Horsepower138 hp535 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft520 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L6.7 L (best)
CylindersI4V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Seating—2 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft12.6 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,976 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in107.2 in (best)
Length174.5 in182.3 in (best)
Width67.3 in76.1 in (best)
Height53.8 in (best)48.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318is318isChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 318isChevrolet Corvette
1

318is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Stingray

$71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

Stingray

$78,000 MSRP

3—

Stingray

$78,100 MSRP

4—

Stingray

$82,750 MSRP

5—

Stingray

$85,100 MSRP

6—

Stingray

$89,750 MSRP

7—

Grand Sport

$86,000 MSRP

8—

Grand Sport

$93,000 MSRP

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Grand Sport

$93,100 MSRP

10—

Grand Sport

$97,750 MSRP

11—

Grand Sport

$100,100 MSRP

12—

Grand Sport

$104,750 MSRP

13—

Z06

$118,900 MSRP

14—

Z06

$125,900 MSRP

15—

Z06

$127,800 MSRP

16—

Z06

$132,450 MSRP

17—

Z06

$134,800 MSRP

18—

Z06

$139,450 MSRP

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ZR1

$194,700 MSRP

20—

ZR1

$204,700 MSRP

21—

ZR1

$205,700 MSRP

22—

ZR1

$215,700 MSRP

23—

ZR1X

$224,900 MSRP

24—

ZR1X

$234,900 MSRP

25—

ZR1X

$235,900 MSRP

26—

ZR1X

$245,900 MSRP

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BMW 318is vs Chevrolet Corvette FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 318is vs 2027 Chevrolet Corvette on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0. Live Chevrolet Corvette listings start at $10,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,250).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on seats in this comparison (2).
BMW 318is vs Chevrolet Corvette: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer