2002 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 760 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |