2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |