2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
