2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 5 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 175 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 165 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 523 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |