2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |