2006 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 2 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 710 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 760 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
