2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545. 2005 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 545 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |