2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
