2004 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 760. (602 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 760. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 760 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
