2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | Z4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |