2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 596 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |