2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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 207 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |