2008 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2008 BMW 650 and 2008 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Spark |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |