1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
