2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |