1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
