2007 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
