2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |