2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 (544 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |