2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
