2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 550 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |