2009 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
