Compare performance (300 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 92500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Chevrolet Corvette Coupe?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 1 Series has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe costs 92500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63685 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with 12.60 L. The difference is about 8.30 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.90 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Chevrolet Corvette Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 806 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 406 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 1 Series offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is to a small extent lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1730 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series convincingly takes the win – 510 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.
The BMW 1 Series is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.
detailsThe Corvette is a head-turning American sports car that pairs sculpted, aggressive looks with a cockpit built for driving enjoyment, complete with a thunderous soundtrack that refuses to be ignored. It delivers near-supercar thrills without the fuss of exotic ownership, making it a tantalizing pick for buyers who want performance and personality in one package.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28800 - 51100 £
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Price
92500 - 156300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
289 - 377 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
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Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
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Length
4361 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1934 - 2025 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
193 - 250 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
482 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
613 - 806 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
354 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Chevrolet
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The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.