2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 156 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 196 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 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 | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |