2009 BMW 125 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 125 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |