2007 BMW 130 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |