2007 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M5. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
