2002 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
