1995 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 264 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |