2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |