2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | M5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 519 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |