2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 42 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 574 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |