2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |