1995 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |