2004 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
