1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | Z4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |