2009 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (391 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |