2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125.
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 (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 789 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 331 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 Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
