2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 528 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
