2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z9 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |