2007 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
