2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 BMW Z8
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 Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 65 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
