2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 205 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 (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 545 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
