2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
