2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 5 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |