2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 4 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 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 533 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 545 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |