2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW 545

To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.

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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 BMW 545
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model Corvette 545
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5968 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 398 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.1 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 300 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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