1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 740 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 818 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2685 mm |