2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Convertible | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
