2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 9 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 270 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 640 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |