2008 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |