2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |