2005 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 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 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 BMW 545. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |