2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
