2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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 (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (542 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |