2009 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |