1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |