2007 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |