2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M 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 110 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |