2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
