2001 BMW Compact vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2001 BMW Compact and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Compact | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 483 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |