2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |