2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |