2006 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 650.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |