2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |