2007 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |